San Diego Financial Literacy Center

SCOTT YATES


Title: Senior Vice President, Group Managing Director

Employer/ Organization: California Bank of Commerce 

Years Served: 10

Committees: Special Events and Finance

Education: Bachelor of Science – Finance and Marketing, University of Arizona

Other Boards Served: Founding member of Voices for Children’s Young Professionals Group, a member of the Kiwanis Club of Pacific Beach, and a member of the Navy League of San Diego

Profession: In this role, he leads the growth efforts of the branch and manages a team of dedicated business bankers who seek to find creative solutions for each customer while providing exceptional, personalized customer service. In addition, Scott contributes to the banks marketing, new product development, and customer experience enhancement efforts. 

Scott has over twelve years of business banking experience in San Diego. Prior to joining Bank of Southern California in 2019, Scott worked for Silvergate bank in a variety of roles. Scott received his Bachelor of Science in Finance and Marketing from the University of Arizona, where he was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon. 

Scott has maintained heavy involvement and held numerous leadership roles with local nonprofits throughout his career.